Bluetooth RGB Lights vs Smart RGB Lights
With the development of smart lighting devices, more and more people are purchasing smart lighting devices from various sources. Most of the products are noted as "smart" control lighting equipment, but how is smart control achieved?
In fact, intelligent control methods include Bluetooth, Bluetooth mesh, WIFI, and Zigbee, the most common is Bluetooth and WIFI, this article will tell you the difference between them!
The difference between Bluetooth
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Different working methods
The full name of WiFi is WirelessFidelity, also known as 802.11b standard. Commonly known as wireless broadband, it belongs to WLAN wireless local area network and supports the network mode of multiple terminal devices transmitting at the same time, i.e. the one-to-many mode. It has a transmission range of 100m, can reach a maximum speed of 11Mbps, uses DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum) and QPSK or BPSK (Phase Shift Keying), and has an upper and lower bandwidth of 22MHz.
Bluetooth is part of the WPAN wireless personal area network, i.e. point-to-point, multipoint-to-multipoint, and is mainly used to connect external devices or to transfer data in close proximity. For example, Bluetooth headsets, mobile phones and tablets can be used to transfer files.
The bluetooth transmission bandwidth is 1Mbps, communication distance is about 10m (in April this year, the latest version of Bluetooth 4.0 can reach 50m), using the FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum) method, generally 1600 times per second, the 83.5MHz frequency band is divided into 79 channels, each moment only occupies 1MHz of bandwidth The modulation method is GFSK (Gaussian Frequency Shift Keying).
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Different security
WIFI connection to the network is generally password-protected, but also easy to be cracked through technical means, so the security is relatively low.
And Bluetooth breaks the limitations of the wired cable to connect various digital devices, wireless communication quality is good, data security performance is high.
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Different application sites
One of the biggest advantages of WIFI is its fast transmission speed and the fact that it does not require wiring, in fact it converts wired network signals into wireless signals that can be connected to all devices that need wireless internet access, such as smartphones, tablets and laptops, etc. WIFI is more suitable for indoor scenarios, especially in corporate and home environments, as it can directly connect various electronic devices to the network for a variety of interactions.
Bluetooth, on the other hand, can be used for both data and voice communication wirelessly, playing the role of a connection, and can be integrated into a wide range of digital products such as mobile phones, headphones, printers, keyboards, lighting fixtures, cameras and so on. These digital products are suitable for outdoor scenarios due to the factory-installed Bluetooth module and the high security and low power consumption.
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Different frequencies of quartz crystals
Quartz crystals are used to generate the frequencies that control and manage all communication systems and are an essential component in most clocks, watches, computers and microprocessors and are an integral part of modern electronics. Quartz crystals play an important role in two wireless technologies, Bluetooth and WIFI.
In Bluetooth technology products, the commonly used quartz crystal frequencies are 12.000 MHZ, 16.000 MHZ, 24.000 MHZ, 26.000 MHZ, 32.000 MHZ, etc.
In WIFI technology products, the commonly used quartz crystal frequencies are 20.000 MHZ, 40.000 MHZ, etc.
Conclusion
Wi-Fi is better than Bluetooth in terms of ease of networking, transmission rate and distance, while Bluetooth is better than Wi-Fi in terms of data stability, security and ease of networking; users can choose according to their needs.
Bluetooth RGB Lights vs Smart(WIFI) RGB Lights
ONFORU has smart control RGB light lighting device, using the latest Bluetooth BLE chip, RGB light can be combined with Alexa app, Echo speaker through WIFI. It also supports multiple mode switching, manual colour mixing, wireless on/off and timer on/off functions, and can control multiple RGB lights for colour change at the same time. There are of course the regular RGB floodlights, which are controlled by remote control.
[Multi-colour and multiple modes] Available in a choice of 30w/50w/100w RGB floodlight with 294 high-quality LED beads for a *bright* lighting effect. It has 16 million vibrant colours to choose from, including 9000lm 2700k warm white light. 22 lighting modes are available, including strobe, jump or pulsating light. By creating a group for multiple lights on the App, you can control the Smart Floodlight together with one command.
[Bluetooth and Remote Control] Turn on Bluetooth settings on your phone, get close to the light and you can start adding interest to your room by choosing from 16 million colours in the app! No need for more! Plus, when you don't want to be disturbed by a phone call, you can choose to create your own style for your home using the 44-key remote control.
[Music Sync] Download music to the app or turn on the microphone on the app and the colourful front lights will bounce to the rhythm of the music, wherever it comes from. And you can control multiple lights at the same time. Call your friends and family to have a party at home!
[Timer and Memory Function] With the timer, the colour-changing floodlight can wake up your vibrant yard at a specific time, just like an alarm clock. In addition, with the memory function, you don't need to set the colour, mode, brightness and speed of the light repeatedly, saving you time.
[IP66 Waterproof] IP66 dust and water resistant, the event light works perfectly in rain, sleet and snow. So it can be versatile and perfect for use in gardens, patios, poolside, trees, weddings, parties, parks, stages, landscapes, buildings, backyards and more.
[Voice Activation]Compatible with Alexa and Google Home Assistant. Control this LED strip with your voice to turn it on/off or change the light colour and adjust the light brightness. DIY design and a choice of 8 modes, each showing different colours and light effects, help you to fully immerse yourself in your artistic world. Available in millions of RGB colours as well as daylight white or warm white.
[Rich entertainment] The two LED lights can be set to different colours individually. The ambient light ensures the ultimate display lighting and gaming experience. By attaching the light to the back of the screen or placing it around the screen, it will enhance your gaming and viewing experience with a splash of light around the screen.
[Remote control anytime, anywhere] Download the app on your smartphone or tablet and you can control the ambient light via the app, even when you are not at home. Suitable for 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network. The memory function helps the light maintain the colour and brightness of the light you set last time.
[Music Sync] Through the phone's microphone, the ambient lighting can release light effects that change to the same rhythm as the melody of the music around you. Let you sing or listen to music while getting both visual and auditory enjoyment!
[Wide range of applications] Enhance your colourful smart home experience. Let the Smart Light stand on your cabinets for a pleasant ambience, mount it or stick it on the back of your TV, or even lay it flat on the floor to illuminate your walls. What's more, it can be used as a night light.
These are the differences between Bluetooth and WIFI controlled RGB lights, in a way that will help you in your purchase choice, so you can shop for the RGB lights that meet your lighting needs at the ONFORU lighting shop!
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